Least deprived places to live in Berkshire
Berkshire’s 6 areas ranked by deprivation (imd decile, 10 = least deprived) — least deprived areas. Every figure from IoD2025 (MHCLG), 2025. Indicative, not a valuation.
| # | Area | Deprivation (IMD decile, 10 = least deprived) (/10) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wokingham | 8.8/10 |
| 2 | Windsor and Maidenhead | 8.1/10 |
| 3 | Bracknell Forest | 7.9/10 |
| 4 | West Berkshire | 7.4/10 |
| 5 | Reading | 5.5/10 |
| 6 | Slough | 4.2/10 |
Source: IoD2025 (MHCLG) · 2025. Ranked highest first.
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